Casablanca-Settat
Settat
University and farming town of the Chaouia plain.
Settat at a glance
- Region
- Casablanca-Settat
- Province or prefecture
- Settat (province)
- Status
- Province capital
- Population
- 142,250 (2014 census)
- Area
- Not available
- Elevation
- 350 m
- Coordinates
- 33.001, -7.617
- Postal code
- 26000
- Phone area code
- +212 523
- Time zone
- Africa/Casablanca (see note on Ramadan)
- Local names
- Settat (French) · سطات (Arabic)
- Best time to visit
- March to May and September to November
Population is from the 2014 census (HCP) and is being updated. Climate figures are indicative regional profiles. Confirm details with official sources before relying on them.
About Settat
Settat is an agricultural and university city on the Chaouia plain, a practical stop between Casablanca and Marrakech.
History
Settat grew in the 20th century around a colonial garrison and its surrounding farmland.
Things to see in Settat
- Old kasbah quarter
- Weekly souk
- Chaouia countryside
- Day trip to the Atlantic coast
Climate and best time to visit
Continental Mediterranean. Hot summers, cool and damp winters and a clear spring and autumn. Frost is possible on winter nights.
Best time to visit: March to May and September to November. Indicative regional profile.
Getting to Settat
- By air
- Casablanca Mohammed V (CMN), about 70 km away.
- By train
- Settat station on the Casablanca-Marrakech line.
- By bus
- CTM, Supratours and regional bus companies serve most routes; grand taxis cover shorter hops. Check current schedules.
- By road
- Reached by national roads and, on many routes, the motorway network. Check road conditions in winter, especially in mountain areas.
Economy
Cereals, livestock, education and services.
Food and drink
Cereal-based dishes, lamb and local bread.
Festivals and events
Agricultural fairs; check listings.
Where to stay
Options are mostly mid-range hotels and family-run guesthouses. In peak season and holidays it is wise to reserve in advance.